garden privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium)
Garden privet (Ligustrum ovalifolium) is a dense, fast-growing evergreen shrub, prized for its versatility in hedging, screening, and topiary.
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Hardy
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Moderate
Care Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Prefers full sun for best growth and flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
Hardy
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in most temperate climates. Protect from extreme frost when young.
Outdoor
Moderate
Fertilize in spring and mid-summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
1.5-3 meters
Spread
1.5-3 meters
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Semi-dormant
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm (individual flower)
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyOleaceae
- genusLigustrum
- speciesLigustrum ovalifolium
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
No
Parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested.